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SPINAL CORD INJURY:
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

SCI RESOURCE CENTER
The RRC staff gathers and updates resource information relevant to persons with SCI. The Resource Center is comprised of information regarding assistive technology, education, community resources, legal and financial resources, parenting, sexuality, recreation and independent living. The RRC staff also maintain a directory of physicians familiar with SCI in our catchment area. Resource information is available free of charge and can be accessed toll-free by calling (800) 352-1956 (Richard Patterson),or by emailing richard.patterson@hhs.sccgov.org.

The Spinal Cord Injury - For Your Information (SCI-FYI) Resource Guide is available in print (for a fee) or online (for free!). The SCI-FYI is a collection of hundreds of resources for individuals with spinal cord injuries. Find out more about the SCI-FYI at its website at www.tbi-sci/scifyi

SCI PEER SUPPORT PROGRAM
The Peer Support Network is an effective means of providing one to one support to individuals in the community. Newly injured individuals and family members are matched with an individual with an SCI in their community. Peer supporters are available throughout Santa Clara County and in the Marysville/Sacramento area. For more information email Richard Patterson at richard.patterson@hhs.sccgov.org.

SCI SUPPORT GROUPS
The RRC coordinates an SCI Support Group for individuals with SCI and family members in the local area. Monthly meetings are held to provide the opportunity for individuals with SCI to share ideas, resources and concerns with one another. The RRC facilitates a Women's Support Group that focuses on issues of particular interest to women with SCI. The RRC also facilitates a Family Support Group for families and friends. For more information email Richard Patterson at richard.patterson@hhs.sccgov.org.

 

 

 

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